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Romania Celebrates Arminden on May 1

Discover the ancient Romanian tradition of Arminden (May Day), where wormwood and green branches protect against the plague and evil…

Vlad the Impaler’s Second Reign: Blood, Betrayal, and Becoming Dracula

Explore the brutal reality of Vlad III’s second reign. From the betrayals of the Wallachian boyars to the psychological warfare…

Dracula Land, or How Romania Keeps Explaining Itself With Fangs

Romania will open a €1 billion Dracula theme park near Bucharest, reviving a familiar fantasy while raising questions about culture,…

The Sorcova Ritual in Romania

Sorcova is a Romanian New Year custom where children bless adults with decorated basil sticks, mixing humor, folklore, and childhood…

Bucharest, According to the FT

FT’s review of Cărtărescu accidentally reads like a wild travel guide to Bucharest—full of butterflies, chaos, and hallucinations.

Underground Hotels Provide Unique Stays for Adventurous Travelers

For adventurous tourists in 2025, underground hotels in Eastern Europe offer a rare chance to sleep beneath castles, inside salt…

Romania Celebrates Sânzienele on June 24

Sânzienele in Romania (celebrated June 24) is a holiday that blends pre-Christian cults, wild summer superstitions, and quirky rituals.

Agreement Brings Modern Rail Interconnection Between Romania, Bulgaria, and Greece

Agreement brings a modern rail and road interconnection between Romania, Bulgaria, and Greece, linking Black Sea to Aegean transport.

Greece Boosts Tourism Ties with Algeria and Romania

Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni held meetings with Algeria and Romania’s ambassadors to solidify tourism ties.

Romania Joins VWP: Visa-Free Travel to the U.S.

Romania joins the VWP on January 10, 2025. Learn about visa-free travel, ESTA applications, and what this means for Romanian…